Religious Discrimination Attorney In Los Angeles

Every person has the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. You have a right to have your own beliefs, and this right is protected by our Constitution. But since there are many organized religions all over the world, some people tend to have a prejudice against those who practice a different religion than they do—which then leads to discrimination. Religious discrimination is when you are treated differently or poorly because of your religious affiliation, beliefs, or association with an individual of a particular religion. Employment laws forbid discrimination based on religion, which means that if you are discriminated against at work on account of your religious beliefs, practices, or affiliations, then you have a right to seek damages for pain and suffering and other losses against your employer.

There are different ways by which you can be discriminated against on account of your religion (or lack thereof). You are being discriminated against if you are singled out or ridiculed for no other reason than the fact that you are part of a different sect or denomination, or if you hold a different belief system. This includes any unequal treatment you may have experienced in terms of task assignment, hiring, firing, promotions, training, fringe benefits, and more. You may also be discriminated against if you are prevented from practicing religious traditions or practices. The law requires employers to provide religious accommodations (as long as it does not create an undue hardship on the employer or the business) for employees. Some accommodations include dress code exceptions, special break schedules, or task re-assignment in the event that the task is against the employee’s religious beliefs.

Even if you are of the same religious belief as your employer but you mingle with individuals of other marginalized denominations in your place of work and your employer also treats you differently on account of your affiliation or tolerance with them, then you are also discriminated against.

According to the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, every employee and those who are applying for employment should not be subjected to discrimination on the basis of their religious affiliation or affairs. Hence, if you are not given the same chance to apply for a job position, are given lesser benefits, or have been treated poorly at work on account of your religion or beliefs, then you need to protect yourself against harassment and ill-treatment by your employer. Seek help from Mesriani Law Group’s religious discrimination attorneys. Our team has obtained hundreds of millions in awards for damages for our clients, and we are prepared to do everything in our power to do the same for you.

What to Do in Case of Religious Harassment Claims?

Due to the different ethnicities and nationalities working in the US, ideals and races can sometimes clash. However, these differences should not result in the harassment or poor treatment of marginalized employees.

In California, as in any state in the US, any form of discrimination is prohibited, including discrimination based on religion. Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, or any person of any belief system should never experience discrimination in the workplace. If you are not being given fair treatment or the benefits you deserve, then you are being discriminated against by your employer.

Types of Religious Discrimination in the Workplace

Examples of religious discrimination in the workplace can be direct or indirect. Direct discrimination happens when you are being singled out, ridiculed, or even harassed at work because of your religious beliefs, like when you are made fun of or bullied in plain view of your co-workers. While discrimination laws do not prohibit teasing, bad jokes, or offhand comments, it can be considered harassment (which is illegal if based on a characteristic such as gender, race, or religion) once it begins to create a hostile work environment for the receiver.

On the other hand, there are also covert acts of religious discrimination that are perpetrated by your employer. If your employer is civil towards you at work, but you know that you are not being given the same labor law benefits and you are being bypassed for promotion in contrast to other employees with the same religious beliefs as your employer, then you are covertly or discreetly being discriminated against due to your religious beliefs.

If your employer prevents you from practicing religious observances without due cause, this can also be considered discrimination.

Laws Protecting Your Rights Against Religious Discrimination

Religious discrimination laws are enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). According to the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employers are not allowed to treat applicants or employees differently because of their religious beliefs or practices. Hence, the law applies even if you are just in the process of seeking employment. If you are applying for a job and you are not considered for work due to your religious affiliation or beliefs, then that is discrimination by your prospective employer.

Seek Legal Help From Employment and Labor Law Attorneys

Many victims do not want to file cases or claims against their employers due to their fear of paying high legal fees. They are also afraid that they will be retaliated against by the employer. But religious discrimination should never be allowed in the workplace, and if you are being treated unfairly by your employer, then you have a right to get the justice you deserve. Nobody should have to experience workplace harassment or general discrimination based on religion—it can create a lot of emotional distress, plus it can result in reduced income or missed job opportunities.

There are many top law firms who take on employment cases on a contingency basis. Seek legal help right away to ensure that you get the maximum compensation in the shortest possible time.

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